2003 Mazda 323 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2003 Mazda 323 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 323 (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 323 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda 323 (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 323 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 323 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
